Government Museum, Mathura , Mathura
About Government Museum, Mathura
Government Museum of Mathura is an archaeology museum. The museum was founded by British Governor Sir F.S. Growse in 1874. The collections of this museum include pottery, sculptures, paintings, coins, and other archeological discoveries. The most fascinating exhibits are the Mathura School sculptures which belong to Kushan Empire and Gupta Empire of 3rd Century BC till 12th century AD. A postage stamp has been released recently marking the centenary celebrations of the museum.
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National Philatelic Museum, Delhi
0 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
The National Philatelic Museum in Delhi is a treasure trove for anyone interested in the history and art of postage stamps. Located in the heart...
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Charkha Museum, Delhi
0 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
The Charkha Museum in Delhi is a unique tribute to the iconic spinning wheel, or "charkha," that played a significant role in India's struggle for...
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Jama Masjid, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
1.4 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
The Jama Masjid of Mathura is beautiful mosque that has four classic domed minarets. It was built in 1662 AD by Abd-un-Nabi Khan, a governor of...
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Vishram Ghat, Uttar Pradesh
1.7 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
Set against the pastel pinks, yellows and gold of Mathura, people come to Vishram Ghat to bathe at the place where Lord Krishna is believed to...
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Dwarkadeesh Temple, Uttar Pradesh
1.8 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
Come here at festival time; Holi, Diwali, Janmasthami, and find this place lit and decorated. There is also a festival at the beginning of the...
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Krishna Janma Bhoomi Mandir, Uttar Pradesh
1.9 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
The prison cell within the building is thought to be the exact birthplace of Krishna. The stark prison cell still shows the hardship of the...
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Gokul, Uttar Pradesh
9.8 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
Gokul's mythical relevance has, time and again, pulled the interest of visitors who're aware of this quaint little town's existence. Said to be...
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Radhavallabh Mandir, Uttar Pradesh
12.2 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
This Mandir was inspired by the love between Krishna and Radha. There is only one idol within the temple which is intended to embody both Krishna...
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Seva Kunj, Uttar Pradesh
12.2 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
Seva Kunj, also called Nikunj Van, is a small forest. It is believed that Sri Krishna did seva for Sri Radharani here. It is also believed that...
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Kesi Ghat, Uttar Pradesh
12.5 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
The Kesi Ghat in Vrindavan near Mathura is famous for legends of Lord Krishna’s heroics. This is where Krishna killed the demon Kesi and...
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Deeg Palace, Rajasthan
36.9 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
Deeg palace is built in Deeg which was once a second capital of Bharatpur. Also known as Maharaja Suraj Mal Palace the splendid building is...
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Keetham Lake, Uttar Pradesh
38.2 km from Government Museum, Mathura - See map
The Keetham Lake lies in the Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary about 21 KMs from Agra on the NH2 Highway. A less known tourist attraction today, it...
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